My auxiliary compressor is working fine, but it's 14 years old now and I don't have any maintenance history. Initially I was going to get
a rebuild kit and just do my thing, but after looking at the prices and possible wait times for things like brushes I started doing some legwork. I found this as a replacement for less $$ than the rebuild kit for the Thomas;
Viair 450C Heavy Duty Air Compressor - (Duty Cycle 100% @ 100 psi) - # 45040... (http://www.suspensionconnection.com/45040-air-compressor-450c.html)
Does anyone have experience with this product, or have thoughts on whether to replace or rebuild?
Does the 2003 still us a 12 volt compressor? Thought they had gone to 120 volt.
That looks like a good choice for 12 volt to me.
I do carry a spare thanks to Tim
Yes.
I can put the Viair in and keep the Thomas for a spare.
Duty cycle seems pretty robust
The Thomas motors duty cycle and life expectancy are very heavy duty.
My Thomas is 18 years old and I would not consider replacing it with a Viair compressor. Buy the rebuild kit and take it with you.